Update to Large Item (Bulk) Pickup Begins Spring 2026
Heads Up, Leon Valley Residents!
Important Changes to Large Item (Bulk) Pickup
The City Council recently approved updates to the rules for large item pickup to help keep our neighborhoods cleaner and ensure everyone receives consistent service.
- What’s Changing?
Large item pickup will still take place twice a year, but there is now a strict limit of 8 cubic yards of acceptable items per household. This is the same amount allowed in the City’s contract with Tiger Sanitation.
In the past, many homes placed out much larger piles—often from large tree trimming jobs. This caused residents to be charged extra by Tiger Sanitation for going over the limit. The City had temporarily been covering these costs, but we will no longer be able to do so.
- Important Reminder About Tree Trimming
If you hire a commercial tree service, they are required to remove all limbs, branches, and trunks they cut. Please make sure they haul away their debris—items left by contractors should not be placed out for bulk pickup.
- When Does This Start?
The new rules take effect with the Spring 2026 Large Item Pickup, scheduled for February 23–28, 2026.
Residents will be responsible for any overage charges billed by Tiger Sanitation or another hauler. If extra items remain at the curb for more than 10 days after the event, the City will remove them and charge the property owner or renter. Unpaid charges may result in a privileged lien being placed on the property.
- Questions? We’re Here to Help!
Contact the Leon Valley Public Works Department at (210) 681‑1232. We’re happy to answer any questions about what can be placed out or how to stay within the 8‑cubic‑yard limit.
Thank you for helping keep Leon Valley clean and beautiful!
